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Aptitude · Q150

Problems On H.C.F And L.C.M

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 150

Q150

Three girls start jogging from the same point around a circular track and each one completes one round in 24 seconds, 36 seconds and 48 seconds respectively. After how much time will they meet at one point ?

A.
2 minutes 20 seconds
B.
2 minutes 24 seconds
Answer
C.
3 minutes 36 seconds
D.
4 minutes 12 seconds

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
LCM of 24, 36, 48 = 144
So, the three girls will meet at one point in 144 seconds
i.e., 2 minutes 24 seconds